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whitewater

/ˈwaɪtˌwɔː.tər/
white · wa · ter
Plural:whitewaters
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• noun

1

Fast, shallow, and turbulent water in a river or stream, typically appearing white and frothy due to intense aeration.

Example

"The experienced kayakers expertly navigated the treacherous whitewater of the Colorado River."

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Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'white' and 'water', referring to the frothy, aerated appearance of fast-moving, turbulent river currents. First recorded in the late 16th century.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Whitewater. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/whitewater
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